Left: Michele and Dave Doherty, of Fort Mitchell, bite into an Italian sausage at Newport's Italianfest. The event is scheduled for June 13-16. / Enquirer

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Festival season is already underway. Here’s what’s in store now, plus a look ahead so you can fill your calendar with fun summer weekends all the way through Labor Day.

Crown Jewels of Jazz Heritage Festival, Aug. 21-24

International and Grammy award-winning jazz artists will take the stage at the four-day Crown Jewels of Jazz Heritage Festival, held in Washington Park and Eden Park. Among the performers are Diane Schuur, Pieces of A Dream, Gregory Porter, Kathy Wade, Sherrie Miracle and the Diva Jazz Orchestra, Mandy Gaines, Marc Fields, Phil DeGreg and the Samba Jazz Syndicate.

Kick off the Oktoberfest season with the Germania Society Oktoberfest. Wash down the German menu of sauerbraten, Oktoberfest chicken, pastries, pretzels, brats, metts, potato salad, coleslaw, cream puffs and sauerkraut balls with wine, schnapps and more than 60 taps of beer. Entertainment and games are also offered.

Aimed at showcasing the variety of cultures found in Price Hill, the Cultural Heritage Fest is held at the community’s St. Lawrence Corner. Take in live bands, browse work by local artists and crafters, and visit the food vendors. Kids’ activities will also be offered.

Summer’s unofficial last blast, the annual Cincinnati Bell / WEBN Fireworks bring thousands of spectators to viewing locations along Cincinnati/Newport/Covington riverfront (as well as some of the city’s higher perches) to watch the explosions in the sky, synchronized to music on 102.7 WEBN-FM. There’s typically entertainment along the riverbanks as well.